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- said St. Mary’s County Commissioner Tom Jarboe, adding that the statistics underscore the fact that the county has become too dependent on NAS Patuxent River.

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Library Site Still Has Hurdles

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County voted 3-2 to place the new Leonardtown library at the Hayden property near the Leonard’s Grant community after a long and querillous process but the final say will be up for the town to decide, officials there say.

Years ago when the county commissioners purchased the Hayden Farm property, the town council of Leonardtown agreed to annex it into the town limits but the plan was much different in that agreement, said Mayor Dan Burris.

It will have to be amended, he said, and that means coming before the town’s planning commission and finally the town council for a vote.

“There’s an annexation agreement in place and that plan calls for schools and ball fields not a library or a senior center,” Burris told The County Times.

Town Councilmember Hayden Hammett said the vote would likely continue to divide an already divided council.

“There are some councilmembers who think we should just go along with what the county wants,” Hammett said. “If it’s not in the best interests of the town I don’t think we should go along with that.”

County officials, however, would not talk about the possibility of moving forward with amending the annexation.

“I’m not in a position to comment on what the next step in the process will be,” County Attorney George Spalding said.

Commissioner Todd Morgan said he was not aware of what the county’s next move was but he said amending the annexation agreement was the next

logical step.

“If there’s an annexation agreement my belief is you have to stay with what the agreement states,” Morgan said.

Rebecca Bridgett, county administrator, said there was an interoffice memorandum regarding the annexation agreement but that it would not be released because of attorney/client priviledge between the county attorney’s office and the commissioners.

Town council member Roger Mattingly, who supported the Hayden property option, said the county would have to come before the town on the issue but he believed the town council would come together to make the library happen.

“I can assure you that the town will do everything it can to make that library a reality,” Mattingly said.

Both Hammett and Burris said that the opportunity for enhanced economic revitalization in the downtown area that the library might have afforded was a lost opportunity but it would not be a severe one.

“It’s certainly not going to kill us,” Burris said.

“But it certainly would have helped.

“Things are going well in town.”

Hammett said there was still the possibility that the library at the Hayden property, co-located with a new Garvey Senior Center to be built sometime around 2018, could have the affect of drawing business interests away from the town’s center.

“This is a little bit of a blow,” Hammett said. “All the properties in front of the Hayden Farm [along Route 245] went up on the lists in the past several weeks to the tune of millions of dollars.”

Those properties could become thriving commercial enterprises that town planners had hoped would help revitalize the downtown area, Hammett said.

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Both men also said that the rancor that developed during the debate over where to place the library was exacerbated by the county not consulting the town as closely as it could have.

“There needed to be cooperation or collaboration on this issue,” Hammett said.

Burris said with the county pushing consistently for positioning the library on the Hayden property they paid little attention to the desires of the town for them to even consider the site on Lawrence Avenue that was to be donated by developer Donald Pleasants of Clarksburg, who had offered to make at least five acres available.

“It seems like they were making decisions without regard for our plans,” Burris said. “There was no plan presented to the town about putting a library at the Hayden property.”

Burris said despite overtures from some commissioners this week that they would consider an alternative to the one on the Hayden property, he considered the vote a “fait accompli.”

If the county wanted to move ahead with the project without going through the amendment process it would be an issue.

“We’ll have to work through that,” Burris said, adding that the process had been the opposite of usual dealings with the county that were more cooperative.

“I don’t think it’s irreparable damage but it is unfortunate,” he said. “We’ll work through it.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

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Hewitt Blames Mayor for Derailing Meeting

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer County Commissioner Mike Hewitt said Leonardtown Mayor Dan Burris should have done more to ensure that a meeting between them Commissioner President Randy Guy and developer Donald Pleasants last week was a success.

Instead the May 8 meeting had to be cancelled because Commissioner Todd Morgan showed up and moving ahead with three county commissioners, a quorum under the county’s open meetings laws, would have been illegal.

Burris denied having anything to do with the meeting’s being aborted.

“I don’t know where that could have come from,” Burris said in a Tuesday interview.

Members of the media had been tipped off, since it was likely that the men would talk about the location of the Leonardtown library and even the possibility of donating perhaps 20 acres of land for a complex of sports fields in Leonardtown.

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The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County passed the fiscal 2016 county budget yesterday that provides more pay for county employees as well as law officers and teachers and cuts property taxes but it has also reduced the county’s undesignated fund balance by slightly more than half.

The county elected leaders admittedly spent a significant amount of money in the $227 million budget, which is 3.1 percent greater than last year’s approved budget.

The commissioners cut the property tax to the constant yield rate which took about $540,000 out of county coffers which was replaced by money the finance office had set aside for debt service on bonds the county had yet to purchase.

The county expects to get $215 million in revenue to fill out the budget but this also includes $11.8 million in fund balance to non-recurring costs, according to budget

documents.

Commissioner Mike Hewitt said the budget would produce benefits for county residents due to the increased building projects in the $37 million capital improvement program budget portion.

Included in that plan is a new library in Leonardtown at about $18 million and a new Garvey Senior Center replacement that will be co-located at the Hayden property on Hollywood Road.

“You can rest assured your money is being looked after,” Hewitt said. “Were taking money that has been stashed away… and we’re going to put it to work.”

The fund balance has now been depleted to $11 million.

The schools system also saw its funding increased this year by $4.1 million which brings their total share of county funding to $98.1 million.

surprise entrance of members of the media “made his decision easier” when it came time Tuesday to vote for the library location at the Hayden property.

“To hold that meeting would have violated the open meetings act,” Hewitt said. “I didn’t get this job to make back room deals.

“I do believe a sports complex for Leonardtown would be a good idea. It’s just an idea not a deal.”

Burris said the first time he had known about the idea of a sports complex was at the May 8 meeting, even though the rumor had made its way around town days before.

“I’d never been approached about it,” Burris said.

Hewitt said he believed Burris “did a diservice to us all” but Commissioner Tom Jarboe, who supported putting the library in the downtown area, came to Burris’ defense.

“I don’t think I can throw the mayor under the bus,” Jarboe said. “I think there was a lot of miscommunication.” guyleonard@countytimes.net

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According to a press release provided by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, on May 9, around 3 a.m., Corporal Somerville, of the Sheriff’s Office, was conducting a premise check at the Exxon in Leonardtown when a citizen informed him of an overturned vehicle on Newtowne Neck Road in the vicinity of Rosebank Road.

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Blue & Gray Days: The Final Prisoners of War Release

As the end of the Civil War Sesquicentennial draws to a close, thoughts turn to the war’s final chapters. While the war may have formally ended at Appomattox, Point Lookout Prisoner of War Camp’s story was far from over. The poignant process of releasing over 18,000 Confederate prisoners was about to begin. Point Lookout’s legacy lives on as one of the most remarkable chapters of the Civil War. Now a pristine and beautiful state park at the confluence of the Chesapeake Bay and the Potomac River, Point Lookout was once one of the largest Union Prisoner of War camps during the Civil War, holding as many as 50,000 Confederate prisoners throughout the war years.

The hot, swampy and isolated environment made life miserable for both prisoner and guard alike.

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the Prisoners Release as part of their annual Blue & Gray Days at Point Lookout State Park, June 13-14. The event will include living history reenactments (including a live prisoners release ceremony), infantry and artillery demonstrations, site tours, and will feature the story of John Jacob Omenhausser as illuminated in the new book “‘I am Busy Drawing Pictures’: The Civil War Art and Letters of John Jacob Omenhausser, C.S.A” by Ross Kimmel and Michael Musick.

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Leonardtown Council Approves Next Phase of Cedar Lane Senior Living Community

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer During Leonardtown’s past town council meeting, Mayor Dan Burris and his fellow council members approved the Community Block Grant Proposal for the next phase of Cedar Lane Senior Living Community.

President and CEO of Cedar Lane Senior Living Community Beverly Stickles spoke during the meeting and requested a grant fund in the amount of $615,000 for the next phase of the project.

Cedar Lane, which has provided apartment housing, assisted living and individualized services for low and moderate income seniors and disabled adults, has been in the community for over 38 years, according to Stickles.

Stickles said the majority of the funding would go toward replacing two elevators that have been in use at the establishment since its inception.

“We would use the same shell and repurpose the shaft so that it would remain in place in the proximity of the building. We would not be building a whole new elevator, but this would include new hydraulics, cab, relay controls, infrared sensor equipment to detect the leveling of the floor upon landing of the elevator, as well as door censoring safety equipment so that it wouldn’t close on anyone,” Stickles explained.

She also stated the update would include LED lighting, which she said

would be energy efficient. Stickles stated the “cab update” would go toward updating the handrails and replacing the floor.

Along with those upgrades, the business is planning to upgrade its safety transfer equipment.

Stickles said the preliminary pricing from their current vendor is $406,000.

She informed the council of the lack of an intercom system in the facility and said they have plans to include one in the building.

“We would also upgrade our intercom system; we don’t have an intercom system right now, so if there is an emergency such as a tornado or hurricane, we really don’t have a way to let all the residents know,” she said.

Stickles said the pricing for the intercom system is estimated at $25,000.

She explained other upgrades are needed as well due to the changes in the Americas with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements.

“The other piece of the grant would be to meet the ADA requirements, to upgrade the property. The property is 38 years old; the ADA requirements have changed over those years.”

Those updates included renovating the public restrooms, repairing the asphalt, walkways and exit ramps around the building, as well as installing the appropriate signage. Stickles said the preliminary pricing for those upgrades is $108,000.

“We want to thank you for supporting

Cedar Lane in the grant two years ago.

It’s been a good experience for the both of us and we would hope that you would support this next phase.”

The mayor and fellow council members, with the exception of Hayden Hammett, approved the grant funding. Hammett abstained from voting due to a conflict of interest; Hammett is a volunteer

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State, Property Owners Settle On Oyster Sanctuary Concerns

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer The state’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and a group of property owners who protested about oyster aquaculture leases being put into the St. Mary’s River oyster sanctuary have settled their differences.

DNR officials say that the negotiations lasted more than a year after some 40 property owners in the St. Mary’s River watershed protested that several aquaculture leases planned for the area were in conflict with the goals of the oyster sanctuary, which was to leave natural growth oysters to be free from harvesting.

Karl Rosher, director of DNR’s Aquaculture Division, said the agreement would have the state restrict somewhat the size of one of the aquaculture leases and also increase the number of surveys they completed in the watershed to better estimate the rate of oyster growth there.

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made an oyster sanctuary in 2010.

“When the sanctuary was created, we were willing to give up our rights to harvest oysters growing naturally around our docks,” said Jean Murphy, one of the complainants, in a prepared statement.

“We wanted to protect the river, restore the quality of its water and allow its oyster population to rebuild.”

Suellen Keiner, another of the complainants, said the settlement was a good one that all of the parties could live with.

“A key part of the settlement is that DNR must not only update the surveys for the current leases,” Keiner said. “But it must also conduct up-to-date surveys and collect more samples from each proposed lease area so it can measure oyster density more accurately for any future lease applications.”

Property owners who protested the leases said that the sanctuary restrictions had had positive affects in the watershed with improved water clarity. guyleonard@countytimes.net

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The local news has been dominated with the controversy over where to locate the new library but there have been other important budget items being considered in the county’s FY 2016 budget. There is one such item that may not be a major concern to many taxpayers but is extremely important to the special needs community in St. Mary’s County and it deserves some public notice.

Early in the budget cycle consideration was being given to create a full time American With Disabilities Act coordinator in lieu of the part time approach presently being be used. The idea didn’t seem to have much traction in spite of the fact that county facilities have not been reviewed for ADA compliance since at least 2010 when the law was revised.

However, at the May 4th budget work session four of the commissioners, at the request of Commissioner O’Connor, decided to set aside funding for a full time position and consider the merits of creating a full time ADA position in the near future. This was in response to a proposal to hire a consultant to review the county’s ADA responsibilities. It may not have been a priority for many but for those who are confronted with barriers doing their daily chores, it is a big deal.

A common thread in the discussion about the library and the new senior center has been the anticipated population growth coming to the county.

It stands to reason the growth of the special needs community will be part of that growth and the application of the ADA is extremely complex. The law has five separate titles, is enforced by different government agencies, has been revised at least twice since its inception in 1990 and has safe harbor provisions exempting compliance to certain provisions under some circumstances. It is also worth mentioning that unexpected remedial orders for non compliance can be very costly. For all of these reasons the time has come for full time attention to be given the ADA to assure the county fully complies to the law. The most important reason for more attention to be given to the provisions of the ADA is that all those who have special needs deserve all the benefits provided them under the legislation. They are the ones most affected by full compliance to ADA and human needs should get at least equal billing as improved county facilities such as a senior center and a library.

In general the public supports providing accommodations for those with special needs but it is not a typical topic of conversation and the special needs community is generally not a squeaky wheel. I hope this letter increases public awareness and the commissioners take a close look at their responsibility to be committed to implementing the ADA on a full time basis. We all don’t think twice when we use those automatic doors even though we are fully capable of opening a manual door. Perhaps we should give more thought to those who can not open a manual door without great difficulty or asking for assistance. That is a barrier that is easily recognized but there are many others that unless you are affected go unnoticed.

Sincerely, David Ryan Hollywood, Md.

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Leonardtown Library I’ve been reading all the pros/cons and controversy over the location for the new Leonardtown Library.

Here’s a couple of reasons I haven’t heard for building it in Leonardtown.

Primary reason; people could actually walk to the library. There are numerous houses surrounding the area, and adjacent neighborhoods. The Leonardtown elementary school could have field trips to the library that wouldn’t involve transportation. They could walk.

People that would drive from adjacent areas to the town location would also have to drive to the library if it was located at the Hayden Farm. If you think building the library farther out of town is a good idea, take a look at Lexington Park.

Now for the, IMO, grossly overvalued Hayden Farm, “The Board of County Commissioners for St. Mary’s County approved the purchase for $5,259,500 at a meeting on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2008. The vote was 4-1 with Commissioner Larry Jarboe (R) dissenting. Jarboe is quoted as saying, “I do not believe this is right. This stinks more than a whole bushel of rotten crabs.” Jarboe reportedly argued that the value of the land was more like $2.5 million. The price agreed upon was $1,189,500 more than the highest appraisal made 18 months earlier.” (Wiki.somd.com) The purchased price works out to $58,726/acre.

Second reason: There is constant talk about reviving Lexington Park, but very little action that makes a difference. In the 60’s Lexington Park had 2 movie theaters, 2 grocery stores, a couple of retail stores, and half a dozen mom & pop restaurants. Now we have one disgusting movie theatre, 1 grocery store that requires a constant armed guard, and 1 remaining mom & pop restaurant. Why the decline you ask, because everything started marching north to California, making the traffic situation worse than it should have been. Hooray, we’re finally getting a state of the art movie theatre, where’s it going to be built you ask. Not on Willow’s Road, where at least 5 large housing projects could have actually walked to the theatre; not on Pegg Lane, or Chancellors Run road, where other housing projects could have walked. No, it’s going to California, behind the concrete plant, adding to the already ridiculous congestion. When McKays moved off Great Mills road, where numerous families in surrounding neighbor hoods walked to the store, they now have no option but to drive to Callaway Food Lion, or the one in St. Marys square. The Ford dealership, after 40+ years in Lexington Park, is also moving north, to California. The new library located on the Hayden Farm would be, in my opinion, another step in repeating what has happened to Lexington Park.

The past county commissioners are responsible for the condition of Lexington Park, the purchase of the Hayden Farm, and very poor planning, referenced in the above paragraphs. So since we already own the Hayden Farm property, since we have a more sense able location for the new library, why not build a theatre on the farm property? There’s enough room for the theatre, parking, and a couple of restaurants. Maybe some locals could actually open their own business. Hopefully our newly elected commissioners will demonstrate more proactive planning. This is your chance to show us, the voters that put you in office, what you’ve got.

Just sayin’, Jim Jorden St. Mary’s City, Md.

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Fire Intentionally Started After Domestic Dispute

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer Authorities responded to Point Lookout Road Tuesday afternoon after a domestic dispute resulted in an arson attempt.

On May 12, around 4:44 p.m., approximately 50 firefighters from various departments responded to the two-story single-family house for the incendiary fire. Firefighters were able to control the blaze within 30 minutes.

According to officials from the State Fire Marshal’s Office, Patrick Terry, 17, who was an occupant in the house, was transported by a Maryland State Police Helicopter to MedStar Washington Hospital Center for

non-life threatening first and seconddegree burns.

According to Deputy Fire Marshal Dell, who responded to the scene, the fire was intentionally started in the kitchen area of the house following a domestic argument.

Officials have identified Fred Thompson as the homeowner.

The fire caused an estimated $125,000 in damages to the house and both Thompson and Terry were displaced from the home and are being assisted by the American Red Cross.

The investigation is continuing and no arrests have been made at this time. lauren@somdpublishing.net

Suspect Charged With Contaminating Milk

DANIEL A. M. SLADE, L.L.C. LOKER BUILDING

Schrock

that same evening upon her release.

She was home alone in the residence for most of the day on 5/4/15.

Schrock was located and placed under arrest. She was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with Felony Contaminating/Poisoning Food/Drink, 3 COUNTS of 2nd Degree Assault, and Violation of Peace Order by Corporal Jaime Davis.

CASE #25865-15

On May 6, 2015, a victim, who resides at a residence on Finch Court, responded to Sheriff’s Office headquarters to report a peace order violation.

The victim indicated on 5/4/15, she and two additional victims returned home after being gone for most of the day.

The victims poured milk, which had been stored in the home’s refrigerator, into glasses to drink during dinner. After one of the victims swallowed some of the milk, she began to choke on a substance in the milk. She then coughed up the substance and discovered what appeared to be human skin. The second victim swallowed some of the milk and also felt something in the liquid. She immediately began to gag and cough up the milk along with the substance. The third victim poured the milk but never drank it. They subsequently poured the remainder of the milk into a strainer and found what appeared to be human skin shavings in the milk container.

The victims alleged another roommate in the home, identified as Sarah Preston Schrock, age 56, of Mechanicsville, shaves the bottoms of her feet and keeps the skin in trays in her bedroom.

Schrock was issued a peace order on 5/1/15 with the protected parties being one of the victims. On 5/3/15, Schrock was arrested for violating the order, however she returned to the residence

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By Sarah Miller Staff Writer The amount of money being spent at Naval Air Station (NAS) Patuxent River has been on the increase, but less and less is going to jobs located outside the gate, according to a study commissioned by the Maryland Department of Business and Economic Development.

“NAS Patuxent River covers 14,500 acres and hosts more than 50 tenant activities, such as Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) and the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD). The station consists of 935 separate buildings, a total of nearly 8.8 million square feet of facilities, 10 hangars, and five runways,” according to the study. “(The NAS Patuxent River) complex includes the main station in Lexington Park, Webster Outlying Field in St. Inigoes, Naval Recreation Center Solomons in Calvert County, and Bloodsworth Island Range in the Chesapeake Bay.” The study, conducted by the Towsom University Re-

gional Studies Economic Institute, took an in-depth look at the local economic impact of every military base and it’s effect on the area it is located in, comparing data from Fiscal Year (FY) 2008 and FY 2012.

The numbers presented in the study show increases in the total payroll and number of jobs directly with the NAS Patuxent River and outlying facility, with correlating decreases in spending to contractors.

“I would say we missed the opportunity, years back, to diversify the economy,” said St. Mary’s County Commissioner Tom Jarboe, adding that the statistics underscore the fact that the county has become too dependent on NAS Patuxent River.

The Department of Defense and the United States Navy has sought efficiencies in recent years, especially in light of the sequestration, and that means cutting the money spent on support positions, Jarboe said. This encompasses many of the positions outside the gate.

Spending caps are determined by congress, he said.

In addition, congress and the Department of Defense regulates how much can be spent on specific positions.

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This has meant long-time employees either have to take a pay cut or they have been laid off in order to hire younger employees.

Contractors have been spending more on products than staffing, Jarboe said, adding that NAVAIR, one of the largest contractors located on the base, spends 90 percent of their allotment out of county on product and materials.

NAS Patuxent River was commissioned in 1943, and saw an influx in the mid-1990s due to Base Realignment and Closures (BRAC) activities—more than 20,000 employees (both military and civilian) were relocated to NAS Patuxent River. The station is the largest employer in St. Mary’s County - employing 7,200 civilians, 7,900 contractors, and 3,000 active duty military personnel, according to the study.

The two largest tenants, NAVAIR and NAWCAD, offer “the full spectrum of acquisition management, research and development capabilities, air and ground test and evaluation, aircraft logistics, and maintenance management” and support “land-based and maritime aircraft and engineering, test, evaluation, integration, and life cycle support for ship/shore electronics.” sarahmiller@countytimes.net

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Cdr. John E. Colleary, Jr. USN (Ret.), 88 John E. Colleary, Jr., 88, of Bradenton, Fla., died April 17 at his home with his family.

Born Jan. 23, 1927, in Malden MA to John E. Colleary and Marion York Colleary. He married on Dec. 20, 1952, Shirley Ann Evans at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Jacksonville, Fla. Cdr. Colleary graduated from Forrest Hills High School in New York. He attended Fordham University before being selected for the U. S. Naval Academy where he graduated with the class of 1950.

He earned his naval aviator wings in Pensacola, Fla. and reported to VA-105 in Cecil Field, Fl. While there he met and married his lovely wife, Shirley.

He then went to the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, Calif. and graduated with a BS in Aeronautical Engineering. He was then accepted to Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Boston where he received an MS Degree in Aeronautical Engineering/Weapons Systems. Next he had a tour aboard the aircraft carrier USS Lexington before reporting to Flight Test at Patuxent River in 1959. After tours in Washington, DC and NATO Staff in Norfolk, Va., he returned to Patuxent River, Weapons Systems Test in 1967. He retired from the Navy in 1970 and moved to a farm in Valley Lee. He earned a Master of Arts in education from George Washington University and taught math at St. Mary’s Academy for 11 years. He also was a math instructor at Charles County Community College (now College of Southern Maryland).

He was on the Board of Directors of the St. Mary’s County Fair Board and represented the 2nd District as Director for the St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau. He was a Life Member of the Elks Lodge #2902 and a 3rd degree Knights of Columbus.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, the farm, nature, boating, fishing and raising cattle.

John is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Shirley and four children, daughter, Jan Timmer (John); sons, John E.,III, J. Michael and Patrick (Sherry). Three grandchildren, John E. Colleary, IV, John C. Pennisi and Katelyn Pennisi Williar (Brett) and one great grandson, Camden Paul Williar. He was predeceased by his son, Paul T. Colleary in 1988.

The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on May 12, at Holy Face Catholic Church, 20408 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills, Md., followed by a Memorial Mass at 7 p.m. with Father Jerry Gamrot as the celebrant. Interment was private. A reception will follow in the church basement.

Memorial contributions may be made to Little Flower School, 20410 Point Lookout Road, Great Mills, Md., 20634.

Condolences to the family may be made at www.brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Joyce Marie Salvatore, 73 Joyce Marie Salvatore, 73, passed away on Thursday April 30, at Southern Maryland Hospital in Clinton, Md. Joyce was born on Sept. 17, 1941, in Washington D.C. to George R. and Thelma M. Sydnor. In addition to her parents, Joyce was proceeded in death by her first husband: Charles F. Howard, son: Stephen Michael Howard, brother: Stephen M. Sydnor, brother-n-law: Elmo Wines and nephew David R. Wines.

Joyce worked for the Prince George’s County School System for over twenty years (as both a bus driver and a cafeteria worker). She was a huge fan of Elvis Presley and the Washington Redskin (never missed a game), she loved dogs, cats and all wildlife, enjoyed watching the cooking channels and on occasion she liked to ride up to Charlestown, W.Va. to play the slots.

Joyce was a beautiful, amazing, kind hearted and good spirited woman. She was a devoted loving wife, daughter/inlaw, mother/in-law, sister/in-law, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt.

She is survived by her three children: Charles D. Howard, Adina M. Howard and boyfriend Timothy Smith and David S. Howard and wife Virginia, four grandchildren: Candi, Danny, Randy Burns and Steven Howard, one great grandchild: Jacob Burns, sister Diana Wines and sister-n-law Patricia Sydnor, nephews: George and David R Wines Jr., Stephen and Scott Sydnor, niece: Kayla Wines and ex-husband James “Jimmie” Dean Salvatore.

Funeral service is private and is being handled by Raymond Funeral Services in LaPlata, Md. In lieu of flowers, family and friends can make a donations in her honor to the Charles County Humane Society and ASPCA for the fight against animal abuse and neglect.

Henry “Hank” Edwin Hohn, 89 Henry “Hank” Edwin Hohn, 89, passed away on May 7 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Hank was born on March 6, 1926, in Oak Park, IL to the late Henry Joseph Hohn and Hazel Margaret (Porm) Hohn.

Henry married Marilyn Delores Plourde on Dec. 25, 1949, in North Lake, IL. They just celebrated their sixty fifth wedding anniversary. Hank joined the United States Navy on April 22, 1949.

He was a Naval Aviator. He retired from the Navy as a Commander on January 31, 1970, after twenty two years of service.

He received the following decorations from the Navy: National Defense Service medal with one bronze star, Good Conduct medal, World War II Victory medal, American Campaign Vietnam Service medal and the Armed Forces Expeditionary medal from the Domini-

can Republic. He was a member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Marilyn Delores Hohn, of Lusby, MD; children: Joe and his wife Helene Hohn, of San Diego, CA; Aleta Hohn, of Beaufort, NC; Robin and her husband Keith Goebel; Barbara DeHenzel and her husband Bill Lloyd all of Lusby, Md.; and Mike and his wife Joanne Hohn, of Lutherville, Md.; ten grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Hank was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Robert Hohn and Peggy O’Shea.

The family received friends on Monday, May 11, 2015 from 2 – 4 and 6 – 8 p.m. at the Rausch Funeral Home, P.A., 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD, where prayers will be offered at 7:30 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 11:30 a.m. in Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Solomons, Md. with Monsignor Michael Wilson officiating. The interment will take place at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Should friends desire, contributions may be made in Hank’s memory to Calvert Hospice. “Donations are encouraged online at www.calverthospice.org”, or P. O. Box 838, Prince Frederick, Md. 20678.

For more information or to leave condolences please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com.

Joseph Howard Gatton, Jr., 67 Joseph Howard Gatton, Jr., 67, of Dameron, Md. died May 5 at Hospice House of St. Mary’s in Leonardtown, Md. He was born on October 2, 1947, in Dameron, Md., to the late Joseph Howard Gatton, Sr. and Anna Delores Tephabock.

Joseph proudly served in the United States Navy from January 3, 1969, to December 8, 1972. He was employed by ManTech as a dedicated software technician until his retirement. On September 27, 1997, he married his beloved wife, Cynthia Ann Kay Gatton. Together they celebrated over 17 wonderful years together. He was very savvy in electronics and enjoyed working with them. He travelled extensively with his job and enjoyed visiting many countries, particularly, Rome, China, Japan, and Tel Aviv, Israel. He also enjoyed boating and crabbing with his father. He had an extensive coin collection. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 255 and a certified deep sea diver.

In addition to his beloved wife, Joseph is also survived by his step-son, Gary Michael Christiani of California, Md.; his brothers, Danny Gatton of Lexington Park, Md. and Kim Gatton of Lexington Park, Md.; and his granddaughter, Kayla Joanne Christiani. He is preceded in death by his parents.

Family received friends for Joseph’s Life Celebration on Monday, May 11 from 5-8 p.m. at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. A Mass of

Christian Burial will be celebrated by Reverend Peter Giovanni at 11 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 16566 Three Notch Road, Ridge, Md. 20680. Interment will follow at Trinity Episcopal Church in St. Mary’s City, Md. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, Md. 20650 or the American Cancer Society, 1041 Route 3N, Gambrills, Md. 21054.

Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Bruno Capparilli, USN, (Ret.), 79 Bruno Capparilli, USN, (Ret.), 79, of Callaway, Md. died Monday, May 4 at MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital in Leonardtown, Md. He was born on July 21, 1935, in Chicago, IL to the late Vincenzo Capparilli and Goldie Buffano.

Bruno proudly enlisted in the United States Navy and gave over 21 years of dedicated service as an Aviation Machinist Mate First Class until his retirement in May 1974. While in the Navy he travelled extensively, with some of his favorite destinations being the Philippines, Spain, and Taiwan. After retirement, he was employed for over 30 years as an Airplane Mechanic with DynCorp, Inc. On August 27, 1994, he married his beloved wife, Linda Capparilli in Callaway, Md. Together, they celebrated over 20 wonderful years of marriage.

His hobbies included fishing, hunting, skeet and clay shooting, and gardening.

He was a beautiful woodcrafter, making many pieces, including birdhouse, benches and squirrel feeders. He had an extensive record and decanter collection. He enjoyed watching John Wayne movies. He loved serving his country and his long haired German shepherd, “Lady.” However, his greatest love was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

In addition to his beloved wife, Bruno is also survived by his children, Vickie Capparilli of Odenton, Md., Laura Dias (Joe) of Stratford, CT, and Dawn Ellis (Shawn) of Pottstown, PA; and his grandchildren, Danielle Piscitelli, Vincent Piscitelli, Trent Diaz, Wyatt Ellis, and Boston Ellis. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Ann Clark.

Family will receive friends for Bruno’s Life Celebration on Friday, May 15 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m., with a Prayer Service celebrated by Deacon Ammon Ripple at 12:00 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, Md. 20650. Interment will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. Serving as Honorary Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Danielle Piscitelli, Vincent Piscitelli, Trent Diaz, Wyatt Ellis, and Boston Ellis.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O.

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Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Joyce Careme Young, 59 Joyce Careme Young, a caterer and lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, died on May 6 peacefully in her sleep at the age of 59.

Joyce was born in Leonardtown, Md. on September 7, 1955, to Francis. Sr and Julia Young. She attended St. Mary’s County Public Schools and was a 1974 Graduate of Chopticon High School. She worked for the federal government until she resigned in 1984 to become the fulltime care giver to her youngest son.

Joyce’s first love was catering and cooking for family and friends. She enjoyed bingo, crossword puzzle books, listening to her oldies, reading all genres of books, watching her favorite soap opera Young and the Restless, caring for her grandchildren, and spending time with family and friends. Joyce was a woman of strong faith and she will be deeply missed by her family, friends,

and all who knew her.

Joyce is survived by her father Francis X. Young Sr; her children, Lamont, Rhonda Kelly (William), and Carlos; her grandchildren; Aaron Xavier, Aaron Delonte, Dorian, Justin, Daryn, Desmond, Shanell and Lil Carlos; her godchildren Gail Butler, Tawanda Hall, and Tiffany Robinson; her siblings, Elsie, Violet Butler, Hilda Butler, Hazel Bowman (Harold), Ella Burton, Francis Jr., Charles (Gloria), Lester and Garfield. A special cousin and friend Alice Bush, Godmother Cecilia Fenwick, three very special friends; Garnell Miles, Shelia Cole and Willie Dew along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

She was preceded in death by her mother Julia Young, sister Clara Farmer, brother Ernest Young; Sister in Law Theresa Young , three brother in laws; Joseph Butler, James Farmer, and William Butler.

Family and friends united at Our Lady of Wayside Church, 37575 Chaptico Road, Chaptico, MD 20621 on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at 9:00AM for visitation until a Mass of Christian burial at 11:00AM immediately after an interment to follow at Queen of Peace Cemetery.

Condolences may be made to www. brinsfieldfuneral.com

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.

Lucille (Lou) Cook Williams, 89 Lucille (Lou) Cook Williams, 89 of Lusby, MD passed away on October 15, 2014 in Washington, DC. She was born on September 9, 1925 in Winston Salem, NC to the late Thelma Grubbs and Joseph Benjamin Cook. She was the loving wife to Jack Williams for 55 years whom preceded her in death in 2003.

She was a dedicated and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her favorite pastimes were; gardening, flowerarranging, decorating, and crafts. She loved animals as well as all living things and, of course, the Olive Garden.

She is survived by her loving daughters, Carol Lynn Thomas (Edward Lee) of Lusby, MD, Beth Ann Phifer of Lusby, MD and Jill W. Stackhouse (Christopher Bryan) of Middlebury, VT. Five Grandchildren: Jon Dustin Kennett, Nicholas Arron Thomas, Jack Glidden Kennett (Rebecca Brooke Jimmo), Whitney Lynn Thomas, and Joseph Benjamin Phifer. One Great Grand-

child: Justin Landon Jimmo.

A Life Celebration Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2015 at 11 am in the Rausch Funeral Home, 20 American Lane, Lusby, MD with Reverend Linda Motter officiating. Interment will be private.

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Issued Marriage Applications for February 2015 February 2, 2015 Jesse Benjamin Tom 25 California, Md Camille Fellmann 23 California, Md

February 3, 2015 Jamiegh Lynn Miller 28 Leonardtown, Md Walter Lawrence Guy, Jr., 27 Leonardtown, Md

Jennifer Dee Shirley 30 Lexington Park, Md Jessica Susann Hunt 27 Lexington Park, Md Dennis Wayne Freeman 56 Abell, Md Amy Lynn Norman 38 Abell, Md

February 10, 2015

Kellie Leigh Dunn 29 Mechanicsville, Md Marco Antonio Alvarez Gutierrez 28 Allende, Mexico

Miriam Nayeli Millan Delint 21 Lexington Park, Md Frederick Eldon Cuffy 25 Richmond, Va

Robert Hargrove Kelly 27 Chester, Md Ashley Fay Manger 27 Chester, Md

Heather Nicole Shifflett 32 Mechanicsville, Md Rhett Lee Jackson 33 Mechanicsville, Md

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Robert Lee Stevenson Jr., 32 Washington, D.C. Michelle Marie Garcia 30 Dameron, Md

Victoria Fant 26 Leonardtown, Md Lemauel Alistair Sinclair 29 Amanda Renea Wedding 29 Lexington Park, Md February 6, 2015 Leonardtown, Md Sally Kezia Rebecca Denoon 26 Lexington Park, Md Brian Leigh Knoblock 43 Jason Charles Orvad 44 Rene Rouse 43 Lexington Park, Md Glen Innes, Australia Centerville, Va Francis Patrick McCarthy 73 Trisha Lyn Hess 32 Wendy Leann Bartley 25 Charles Edward Bailey, Jr., 42 Lexington Park, Md Lexington Park, Md Lexington Park, Md Laurens, Md Chae Yong Fairfield 68 Lexington Park, Md February 27, 2015 Aleshia Marie Bocchino 29 February 11, 2015 Lexington Park, Md February 19, 2015 Melissa Marie Shanks 25 Derek Richard Randall 40 Amber Christina Martin 20 Hughesville, Md Lexington Park, Md Leonardtown, Md Karl Austin Carkhuff 24 Joseph Matthew Winsor 27 Rajahn Delmon Hampton 35 Mechanicsville, Md Hughesville, Md Rachel Lee Smith 39 Leonardtown, Md Lauren Ashley Kessler 24 Newburg, Md Lexington Park, Md Harry Ray Daryle Alvey 48 Mechanicsville, Md

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Mary Leigh Comeford 27 California, Md Michael David Jostes 29 California, Md

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Education

County High Schools Come in Behind on National Survey

By Guy Leonard Staff Writer A survey released this week by U.S. News and World Report ranked Maryland high schools in general as the top in the nation, with 67 of them receiving either gold or silver medals based on the schools ability to make their students ready for college.

While three high schools in Calvert County got a silver medal distinguishing them, none of the three high schools in St. Mary’s County received such an accolade.

The college readiness rates as published

by U.S. News and World Report showed that all three St. Mary’s high schools had a fairly low college readiness index compared with at least two of the schools in Calvert.

Chopticon High School had a readiness index of 24.4 percent, while Leonardtown High School had an index of 34.4 percent.

Great Mills had the lowest index rating at 19.8 percent.

The percentage of Advanced Placement (AP) testing for college credit while still at the high school level at Great Mills is also the lowest of the three schools, the survey stated, at just 29 percent.

Chopticon has a 39 percent participation rate while Leonardtown’s particiaption rate in AP testing is 43 percent.

Curiously, Leonardtown’s college readiness index is actually higher at 34.4 percent than Calvert High School’s index, which is just 21.7 percent but the Calvert school received a silver medal while Leonardtown did not.

Patuxent High School and Huntingtown High School both received a silver medal in the report and both had high college readiness indexes of 42.5 percent and 48.4 percent respectively.

Huntingtown was ranked 25th in the state and 621st in the nation; Patuxent was ranked 30th in the state and 863rd nationally.

None of the St. Mary’s high schools received a state or national ranking, according to the report.

School Board member Cathy Allen said the study may not have provided the whole story, since students here who take AP classes do not have to take AP tests for college credit.

This practice may not have allowed the county schools to reach the study’s threshold for state and national ranking, she said.

“Our high schools scored as well if not better than the state average,” Allen told The County Times. “For me it [the study] was a mixed message.”

For years the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County have consistently funded the local school system several million dollars over their previous budget allocations, improving on maintainence of effort payments required by the state.

But the county has often been dogged by being the lowest funded school system in the state based solely on the county’s funding contribution.

Combined with the state’s allocation, which comes in annually, the county school system sits somewhere in the middle of school funding among all 24 state jurisdictions.

Benjamin Banneker Third Graders Honor Heroes

By Haley Wood Contributing Writer

Benjamin Banneker Elementary School held its 10th annual third grade wax museum in the school cafeteria on Thursday, April 30.

“The third graders are able to pick a hero or a famous person that they look up to and they do a lot of research… they get to dress up, be that character and be a wax figure.” said third grade teacher Wendy Pendarvis.

The cafeteria was filled with eager young students, most dressed in costume.

Each classroom from kindergarten to fifth grade then filed through to take a look at the icons.

Students became witness to Albert Einstein, Amelia Earhart, Benjamin Banneker, Johnny Appleseed, Elvis Presley, Eleanor Roosevelt and many more notable figures in history.

Each of the four third grade classes participated which adds up to approximately 105 students that took part.

Parents and staff members were welcome to come watch.

Third grader, Madeleine McLaughlin dressed up as Jane Goodall. When McLaughlin took a break from her wax pose, she explained that Goodall was a scientist that helped chimpanzees.

McLaughlin picked Goodall because “she sounded interesting,” and also because she likes monkeys and wants to become a scientist.

“They did a wonderful job!” contributing@countytimes.net

Celebrating

National Hospital Week

May 11-15, 2015 A hospital is more than a place where people go to heal, it is a part of the community that fosters health and represents hope. From providing treatment and comfort to the sick, to welcoming new life into the world, hospitals are central to a healthy and optimistic community.

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Rise Up Award On April 29, the St. Mary’s County Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Special Education presented the 2015 “Rise Up” Award at the Board of Education meeting for St. Mary’s County Public Schools. On hand to present the award was Elizabeth Snyder, Chair of CACSE. Assisting in the presentation was Melissa Charbonnet, SMCPS Director of Special Education and Leslie Popielarcheck, Vice-Chair.

Three awards were presented this year, each of which recognizes individuals and groups in the school system and in the greater community who have gone above and beyond the normal call of duty to support our students with disabilities in their educational endeavors. Ms. Snyder said these awards “recognize special educators who have truly gone to extraordinary efforts to contribute to the growth, happiness and general well-being of our children with disabilities.” She said families wanted to honor the patience, determination, compassion and loving nature of educators and staff should be recognized for the change made in the lives of their children.

This year’s recipients of a Certificate of Award, include: • The team of Judy Coleman-Kia, SAIL Program instructor; Cherise Blyler, paraeducator; Donna Heidelbach, paraeducator; and Carolyn Steiner, physical therapist, from Benjamin Banneker Elementary School. This team was nominated on behalf of supporting a fifth grade student who receives full support for daily functions and who has overcome great medical difficulties. The nominating family said the “love, care and support this child receives is phenomenal.”

• Holly Calabro, elementary physical education instructor at Chesapeake Public Charter School. This educator supports a kindergarten student; the family reported that Ms. Calabro “always looked at their son for what he can do despite the delays and physical limitations of his disability,” and that her enthusiasm and encouragement helped him to overcome his inhibi-

tions in sports and achieve many goals.

• Christine Nueslein, kindergarten teacher, and Lindsey Kitchen, special education teacher, at Leonardtown Elementary School.

The nominating family said these educators helped to integrate a child with Down’s syndrome into the general education classroom, and that she “has grown both socially and intellectually due to their dedication and positive attitude.

Each winning school also will have the opportunity to choose and receive a presentation of items from CACSE’s new “Family Toolbox,” a program CACSE is developing to provide educationally- and medicallyoriented equipment and materials for parents and educators to check out and borrow under a new loan program CACSE is building through the St. Mary’s County Public Library system.

Additional nominees received a Certificate of Excellence. They include: • The team of Rebecca Perosio, special education kindergarten teacher, and Coleen Singleton, speech/language pathologist, at Green Holly Elementary School.

• Abirami Ramalingam, speech/language pathologist at Greenview Knolls Elementary School.

This is the third year that this award has been given. Awardees are selected from nominations submitted by parents of children with disabilities, and reviewed by Ms. Popielarcheck, Mandy Greer, and Chuck Slade. All nominees received a certificate of recognition.

Ms. Snyder also presented Ms. Charbonnet with a bouquet of flowers in recognition for her service and support because she “resonates a true compassion for our families.” Scott Smith, Superintendant of St. Mary’s County Public Schools, said although it means a great deal when the school system recognizes educators, but when parents and communities come out to recognize staff and tell the story of their success, it is a “beautiful thing.”

Ms. Charbonnet also presented a certificate to Dr. Tracy Harris, Vice-President of

Benjamin Banneker Elementary School Recipients

Chesapeake Public School Recipient

Leonardtown Elementary Recipients

the Leonardtown Campus of the College of Southern Maryland, in recognition for CSM’s continued partnership in the “Gateway to Independence Program.” This program offers students aged 18-21 with disabilities the opportunity to engage in the college experience where they can work on post-secondary goals to live, work, and learn independently with their peers. In addition, SMCPS and CSM share in the “Life After High School” program where at-risk students can participate in a diploma pro-

Elizabeth Snyder and Melissa Charbonnet

gram that, to date, 100 percent of enrollees have completed and have graduated on time.

CACSE is taking this opportunity to recognize the dedicated individuals who work with our students and to thank them for the amazing jobs they do every day, including teachers, paraeducators, and therapists.

Many thanks to this year’s recipients and nominees, the parents who shared the wonderful stories of their work, and the Director and Staff of the SMCPS Department of Special Education for their assistance.

CSM Honors Student Athletes at Awards Banquet, April 22 Athletes, Coaches, Families Celebrate Accomplishments, Records

CSM student athletes Laura Shaner, left, of Leonardtown, Sean Bucior, of Mechanicsville, and Taylor Superior, of Leonardtown, display their plaques at the 2014-15 Athletic Banquet held at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Center April 22. Shaner earned the Student-Athlete Scholar of the Year Award, Bucior earned the Male Athlete of the Year Award and Superior earned the Female Athlete of the Year Award.

Sportsmanship, academic achievement and athletic excellence for the 2014-15 season were honored at the College of Southern Maryland’s athletic awards banquet held at the Greater Waldorf Jaycees Community Center April 22.

During the ceremony, coaches from CSM’s athletics department presented awards for accomplishments in baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball and volleyball.

Sophomore Taylor Superior of Leonardtown was selected as the Female Athlete of the Year. “This is the second season Taylor has been team captain,” said CSM Women’s Soccer Coach Adam Sanchez.

“Under her leadership, the program amassed 25 wins in two seasons, made appearances at the NJCAA Region XX Championship as well as the NJCAA National Tournament, and won a MDJUCO Championship.”

Sophomore Sean Bucior of Mechanicsville was named the Male Athlete of the

Year for the second season in a row. A forward and captain of the men’s soccer team, Bucior “is a very speedy and determined player who has asserted himself as one of the most dominant strikers CSM has had,” said CSM Men’s Soccer Coach Derek Dyson.

Recipient of the Student Athlete Scholar of the Year Award was sophomore Laura Shaner of Leonardtown. “Her academic goal is excellence, and she does not accept anything less,” said Sanchez. “Even after an exhausting match 90 minutes away, while most players would succumb to fatigue and sleep on the bus ride home, Laura was consistently found studying zoology, math, anatomy or her other prenursing courses.”

To view photos from the Athletic Banquet, visit http://csmphoto.zenfolio. com/15athbanquet.

For more on CSM Athletics, visit www. csmd.edu/athletics/index.html.

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Chronicles Go Digital The Chronicles of St. Mary’s, published quarterly by the St. Mary’s County Historical Society since 1953, has gone digital. Members of the Society receive complimentary issues of the Chronicles from the date of their joining the Society. Individual issues may be purchased by non-members at $4 each at the Society’s bookstore in Tudor Hall, Leonardtown.

During the past two years, Society board member, Pete Himmelheber, scanned every issue since 1953. Researchers and visitors to the Society’s Research Center at Tudor Hall may review the issues online and make copies for a slight fee. The searchable subject and author index to the Chronicles may

be used through the Society’s website at www.stmaryshistory.org. A membership application for the Society may be downloaded from the website.

Remaining paper copies of the Chronicles, and some of the remaining bound volumes, may be purchased at the Society through the month of May. The more copies purchased reduces the per issue cost.

Any questions regarding this exciting project may be referred the Society’s Executive Director, Susan Wolfe, at either 301-475-2467 or smchsdirector@ md.metrocasat.net.

Press Release from St. Mary’s County Historical Society

Half Price Day for Dad at Sotterley!

Fathers will receive the Guided Tour of the 1703 Plantation House at Historic Sotterley Plantation for HALF PRICE on Father’s Day on Sunday, June 21, 2015 from noon to 4 p.m.

We welcome you and your father to stroll the exquisite blooming gardens, walk the plantation grounds and nature trails, see the historic outbuildings including our original 1830’s Slave Cabin, or picnic out on the lawn while enjoying the breathtaking views of the Patux-

ent River. Top off the day with buying a memorable gift at the Museum Shop, located in our Visitor Center. It will be a day he will never forget!

For more information on upcoming Sotterley Plantation events, please visit our website at www.sotterley.org.

Press Release from Historic Sotterley Plantation

LIBRARY ITEMS

In Our Community

Former Chopticon Student to Play Lacrosse for Team USA Athletes International in Australia Former Chopticon Graduate in Rocky Mount, North Jessica “Jessi” Pogue has been Carolina, all with only nominated and invited to play 13 players. This means lacrosse for Team USA Aththat most of the 12 playletes International in the 2015 ers on the field played “Down Under Lacrosse Tourthe entire game without nament” in Melbourne, Austrarest from a substitution lia. This Tournament is slated player. to take place May 25 – June 6, Team USA will visit Jessica Pogue 2015.

9 cities in Australia in Ms. Pogue started playing 13 days representing the lacrosse in the ninth grade at Chopti- United States. “This event is an excelcon; Jessi became Captain of the Var- lent opportunity for athletes to foster sity Team in her Junior year, remained goodwill and friendship among naCaptain throughout her Senior year. tions, while also promoting the game.

Jessi then headed south to Greens- With the exception of the US Olympic boro College in Greensboro, North program, there are few opportunities Carolina, where she has just recently for athletes to experience the comgraduated with a degree in Business petition, history and culture of other Administration and a Minor in Eco- countries on an international level”, nomics. As a part of the USA South said William A. Edington. Edington Conference, Jessi was recognized is the Executive Director of US Athand named to the All Sportsman- letes International. ship Team. For two years running, Jessi’s family and friends are very Jessi has also received the All Con- proud of her accomplishments and ference Academic Award. This year wish her and Team USA good luck in the Greensboro Pride went 8-4, and the upcoming tournament! achieving a 3 seed in the USA South Conference Semifinals Tournament Press Release

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TC Radio And Podcasting Are “ON THE AIR” At The Forrest Center

opportunity to create a radio show.

“I saw it on the marquee and thought, ‘I like to talk,’ so I wanted to know if anyone could do a show or just that class. I asked my teacher, Chef Granados, and she sent me to Mr. Millham. He said, ‘yes,’ any Forrest Center student could do a show.”

Jordan has enjoyed the experience making her first show.

“It’s been great. You can talk about just about anything you like. You can be open and have your own spin on things.”

She will return next year to complete Culinary Arts II and wants to continue making shows for TC Radio.

“It’s a great opportunity and I want to do it as much as possible.”

St. Mary’s County high school students who are interested in being part of TC Radio but aren’t currently a Forrest Center student may want to consider taking the school’s Radio/Audio Production elective class, which is open to students in grades 10-12. Millham says the class still has a few open seats for next school year but he expects all seats to be filled by the time school starts again in August. Interested students simply need to see their school counselor or contact the Forrest Center’s counselor, Diana Kraft, to fill out a Forrest Center elective application.

Radio/Audio Production is a renamed, reworked version of an elective previously offered at the center. Students in the class are introduced to podcasting, Internet radio, sound effects and radio theatre/audio plays.

They experience hands-on learning in radio announcing, scriptwriting, voice acting, creating sound effects and audio mixing. A variety of industry standard programs and equipment are used to create projects. No prior experience is required. The class can be taken for one or both semesters and may be repeated for credit.

With all the changes to the radio industry, Millham says podcasting and Internet radio are the “new radio.” He said there have been a number of articles in the news over the last year or so that indicate podcasting is having a revival of sorts.

“Professional podcasters are now making good money and we wanted to offer a class that gives students the chance to experience podcasting. High school students have a voice. I’m always impressed with their cre

attending a trade school to study Digital Audio Production. He wants to pursue a career in radio broadcasting, in particular in sports radio.

Chopticon High School senior Keilan Ruppert, who is in his second year in the TV/Video Production program, is the host of “The Keichainz Show” which is hosted by his alter ego “Keichainz.” He feels his show “was an opportunity to display my musical tastes, the songs that I like.” Ruppert said he listened to his show at home the day after it first aired. His mom heard some of the show while he was listening and thought it was funny hearing him do his “Keichainz” voice. He says, “It was cool being part of the process of making a radio show. It takes a long time, too.” Even though it took longer than expected to make the show he thinks the process wasn’t difficult, “I don’t think it was necessarily hard.”

After he graduates, Ruppert is planning to pursue a Music Production and Recording Technology degree at Salisbury University. He has made the most of his opportunities to prepare himself for his next step. For his senior project in his TV/Video class, he produced a “Keichainz” EP with beats and music he created. Actually, he started making beats and music at home and at school about a year ago when he started at the Forrest Center. You can hear many of his creations on SoundCloud. Once you go to the SoundCloud site just search for “Keichainz.” Ruppert’s musical talent goes beyond just electronic music. He is also a drummer and frequently plays drums in the praise band at First Saint’s Community Church in Leonardtown.

According to Millham, “even though TC Radio is run by students in my classes, any student in any class at the Forrest Center may volunteer to produce a show.” With students in other classes, though, the major problem is finding the time to produce their show, which must be done at the school.

Millham says he usually stays late one or two days a week to have open editing time for his students, which can also double as a day for students in other classes at the school to produce their shows.

Aris Jordan is a junior at Leonardtown High School and in the center’s Culinary Arts I class. She has taken advantage of the

The Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center is home to 22 completer programs, four elective classes and one student run Internet radio station. In late November 2014, the school launched TC Radio as part of the school’s TV/Video Production program and Radio/Audio Production elective class. In the five months that followed, they’ve slowly added to the station’s playlist of music and schedule of student produced radio shows.

Eric Millham, the Forrest Center’s TV/ Video Production instructor, is the station manager and advisor for TC Radio. He’s happy to see the station become a reality, “we’ve talked about starting a student radio station here for at least five years. The costs to start up an Internet radio station have come down to the point that we were finally able to afford it.” The station is part of the Live365 radio network, which provides station-hosting services to hundreds of Internet radio stations from around the world.

Millham isn’t the only one who’s excited to see the station go “on the air.” Colin McDaniel, a senior from Great Mills High School who completed the two-year TV/ Video Production program last year and has returned for a “third year/directed study” class, is the station’s program director.

“I was excited, I was very excited. I saw it as an opportunity to gain more knowledge about the radio industry. In my current job I’m dealing with live events and the on-air staff but with this, I’m dealing with getting shows on the air and all the behind the scenes stuff, including maintaining the music library.”

The current job he refers to is as a parttime board operator with Somar Communications- WSMD 98.3 Star FM, Country 102.9 WKIK AM&FM, WMDM 97.7 The Rocket and 1690 AM WPTX. McDaniel feels there’s a lot to be proud of in the first few months TC Radio has been on the air.

“I take pride in helping it get off the ground and to now see how far it has come in just a few months. I’m also excited for it to become a reality for Mr. Millham. It has gone from something we were talking about two years ago to being on the air.”

As he wraps up his time as a Forrest Center student, McDaniel is looking forward to

ativity, at what they tune into and how much they grasp about subjects that grab their attention. I hope to teach them how to share their knowledge, research, opinions and creativity through podcasting and Internet radio.”

Leonardtown High School sophomore Jordan Willis is in Millham’s elective class.

Her “Hit The Lights” podcasts can be found on the podcast-hosting site Podbean.com.

“It’s actually really fun. It gives us good experience editing, putting stuff up there and seeing the responses people give us.” Willis, who will be entering the Forrest Center’s Graphic Communications program next year, plans to continue podcasting, “There’s a lot more stuff happening in the entertainment world I can talk about. I do have listeners so I’d like to continue keeping them informed.”

Of TC Radio, Millham says the station is still a bit “in development.” He wants to see enough radio shows on the schedule so there aren’t any repeats each week. He has also offered to make the station available, if needed, to the school system’s Safety and Security office.

“We have access to a way of doing active updates on the station during our regular, pre-recorded student shows as well as the ability to do live shows. These features could be used during an emergency to help the school system communicate with our parents and community.”

If student interest is strong enough and time permits, Millham says he could see the station doing live shows during school events and maybe even doing live sports in the future.

“Of course, we’d need a strong play-byplay announcer.”

He says the biggest obstacle to doing live broadcasts is the need for a strong Internet connection.

To listen to TC Radio, go to www.live365. com/stations/tcradio. For more information about the Forrest Center and the programs and electives offered there, visit the school’s website at http://schools.smcps.org/tech/.

Press Release from SMCPS

Photo Courtesy of Kate Jones

50th Anniversary Open House Saturday, May 16 • 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Wade in the water...Climb the tower...Touch the wildlife …and discover how the Bay has changed in half a century.

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Pet of the Week Meet Ryan!

Mattie J. T. Stepanek

ADOPT ME! ADOPT ME! I’M TERRIFIC! I’m Ryan. I was born in the summer of 2009. I am a sweet, sweet guy. I would really like to finally find a home of my own. I know my foster mom adores me, but it really is time to move on.

I am a little shy at first but trust me, once I open up, I am the biggest bundle of love you will ever meet. So how about it? Can you give me a try? I am neutered, current on my vaccines, micro-chipped, and I am negative for FeLV and FIV. My adoption fee is $75 . You can fill out an application at www.feralcatrescuemd.org send it to Diane at moonandhunt@hotmail.com. I have lived with many cats, kids and a really nice dog. I hope we can meet.

Poet Philosopher

Reflections of a Peacemaker Come and meet Mattie’s Mother

Jennifer Smith Stepanek, PhD

Executive Director, Mattie J.T. Stepanek Foundation

Wednesday, May 13th 4:30–6:00 PM Little Flower School • 20410 Point Lookout Rd., Great Mills, MD 20634

Reception • Book signing

Love always, Ryan

www.somdcr.org P.O. Box 560, 50 Alexander Lane, Solomons, MD 20699 | 301-997-8143 Bonnie Elward, Executive Director (belward@somdcr.org)

AUCTION WEEKEND IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND

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Variety Consignment Auction Friday, May 22, 2015 - 6 pm

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St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds – Leonardtown, MD

Antiques & Collectibles, Longaberger Items, Cast Iron Items, Variety of Furniture, Framed Prints, Wicker Set, Garage Items

Home, Farm & Garden Auction Saturday, May 23, 2015 - 5 pm

Two great AUCTIONS to be held at

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Presenting the professionals' favorite properties on the market.

Featured Homes of the Week

Realtor’s Choice

To list a property in our next Realtor’s Choice edition, call Jennifer at 301-373-4125.

Thursday, May 14, 2015

Chamber of Commerce Presents Four Businesses Awards

By Lauren Procopio Staff Writer The St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual “Business Awards Luncheon” at the Higher Education Center Wednesday afternoon.

The Chamber presented four awards, which were the Beacon award; Lighthouse award; Emerging Business award; and the Community Service award.

Chamber of Commerce Chair Margaret Sawyer announced the winners during the award ceremony.

Each business had to meet certain requirements in order to be nominated for the awards.

The Beacon award – also known in most organizations as the “small business award” – was awarded to First Home Mortgage; Jim Moran and Darren Rickwood accepted the award.

Lola Belle Company was the winner of the Emerging Business award; owner Amy Thompson accepted the award.

The Lighthouse award was awarded to Coherent Technical Services, Inc. and was received by Tom Sanders.

The final award was the Community Service award; it was presented to the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative (SMECO) and received by Joe Slater.

W.M. Davis, Inc. General Contractors; PNC Bank; DML (Dugan, Mckissick, and Longmore); and Dominion sponsored the luncheon.

Those among attendance were Leonardtown Mayor Dan Burris, Sheriff Tim Cameron, Leonardtown councilmember Hayden Hammett, County Commissioner President Randy Guy, Commissioner Mike Hewitt, and Commissioner Tom Jarboe. lauren@somdpublishing.net

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Arthur Out-Duels Blair in Potomac RUSH Thriller

for third, 12th-starting Korey Downs was fourth with Matt Stewart rounding out the top-five.

Defending track champion JJ Silvious drove the race of his career to score his first-ever Potomac feature win in the 20-lap Strictly Stock feature.

Silvious grabbed the lead from the pole and would lead all 20-circuits to score the break-through win.

Nabil Guffey, Greg Mattingly, Johnny Hardesty and Jimmy Suite trailed.

Corey Swaim drove to his second win of 2015 in the nightcap 15-lap U-Car feature. Swaims flag to flag win came over Jamie Marks, Sam Raley, Brian Coe Jr. and DJ Stottler.

RUSH Late Model feature finish 1. Walker Arthur 2. Max Blair 3. Jason Knowles 4. Logan Roberson 5. Rick Singleton 6.

Ben Bowie 7. Eric Wilson 8. Jeff Pilkerton 9. Kris Eaton 10. Reese Masiello 11. Brian Knowles 12.

Matt Glanden 13. Darin Henderson 14. Darren Alvey 15. Jamie Sutphin 16. Kyle Lukon 17. John Waters 18. John Imler 19. Doug Gavette 20. Harry Shipe Jr. 21. Timmy Booth 22. Matt Tarbox 23.

Steve Lowery 24. Richard Culver 25.Tracey Graves 26. Megan Mann

Street Stock feature finish 1. Mike Franklin 2. Troy Kassiris 3. Scott Wilson 4. Dale Reamy 5. Lloyd Deans 6. Billy Hill 7.

Barry Williams 8. Mike Latham 9. Chuck Bowie

Hobby Stock feature finish 1.Jerry Deason 2. Greg Morgan 3. Ryan Clement 4. Korey Downs 5. Matt Stewart 6. Tommy Randall 7. JT Linkous 8. Yogi Pope 9. Ed Pope 10.

Buddy Dunagan 11. John Burch 12. Jonathan Raley 13. Sydney Johnson 14. Billy Crouse 15. Ray Reed 16. Robbie Kramer 17. Gage Perkins 18.

Tommy Wagner Jr. 19. Jordan Pilkerton

Strictly Stock feature finish 1. JJ Silvious 2. Nabil Guffey 3. Greg Mattingly 4. Johnny Hardesty 5. Jimmy Suite 6. John Hardesty 7. Ed Pope Sr. 8. Drew Payne

U-Car feature finish 1. Corey Swaim 2. Jamie Marks 3. Sam Raley 4. Brian Coe Jr. 5. DJ Stottler 6. DJ Powell 7.

Mikey Latham 8. Jeremy Pilkerton 9. David Rhodes 10. John Molesberry

“What an awesome night” Were the words from Forrest Va.’s Walker Arthur after claiming the thrilling win in last Friday nights 30-lap RUSH Late Model Touring Series event at Potomac speedway. The win for Arthur, worth $2000, was the first of his Potomac career and it came in his trusty family-owned MasterSbilt no.87.

Max Blair and defending Potomac track champion Ben Bowie paced the field to the initial green flag of the event with Blair surging into the race lead as the field blasted down the backstretch. Blair was quite strong as he would lead the first 13-circuits with fourth-starting Arthur in tow, as the top-five positions changed with each lap. Blair and Arthur would wage hand to hand combat over the final 15-laps, trading the lead back and forth, with Arthur squeaking out the win by a fender as the duo crossed the start/finish line in almost a dead heat.

“Racing side by side with Max (Blair) like that out there tonight was awesome.” Arthur stated in his post-race interview. “This track was the best I’ve ever seen it and to come home with a win down here with all the good cars that showed up, what a night.”

Timely cautions and double-file re-starts gave Arthur the shot he needed to unseat Max Blair. “There were a few times I didn›t think I›d be able to catch Max.» Arthur stated. «Those double-file starts really seemed to help because I could get along side him and try to break his rhythm a little and we were able to beat him at the line.» Fifteenth-starting Jason Knowles took third, with Logan Roberson and 2014 event winner Rick Singleton rounding out the top-five. Heats for the 26-cars entered went to Jeff Pilkerton, Max Blair and Ben Bowie.

Current point leader Mike Franklin drove to his third win in a row and fourth of the season in the 16-lap Street Stock feature. Mike Latham appeared to have the race in the bag as he took the lead on lap-six and ran off, until his car quit on lap-twelve, handing the lead and eventual win to Mike Franklin. Troy Kassiris took second with Scott Wilson, Dale Reamy and Lloyd Deans completing the top-five.

Jerry Deason drove to his first win of the season in the 15-lap Hobby Stock main. Deason, who lined-up 16th for the start, took the race lead from Ryan Clement on lap-five and then held-off a pesky Greg Morgan to preserve the win. Clement held on

Street Cars and E.T. Cars at MDIR

noon race will begin at 2:30 p.m. and eliminations will start at 4 p.m. Time runs for all other classes will start at 2 p.m. with eliminations starting at 6 p.m. Test & Tune cars may also participate for $30 and you get 4 runs. Admission is just $15, and kids 11 & under are free. Top E.T. entry fee is $65, Mod E.T. entry fee is $45, and Motorcycle entry fee is $35. Junior Dragster entry fee is $45 for the 1st race and $25 for the 2nd race or you can buy both races for $66.

On Sunday, May 17th, MDIR will host a full day Test & Tune. Time runs and grudge racing all day long! A $1,000 to win gamblers race will also be held for E.T. bracket racers. So bring your grudge matches, street cars, pro cars, bracket cars, imports, motorcycles, and Jr. Dragsters to MDIR! Gates open at 10 a.m., eliminations begin at 3 p.m., and the gates close at 6 p.m. Admission is just $15 and kids 11 & under are free. Test & Tune entry fee is $30 and No Time entry fee is $40.

For more information on these events call 301884-RACE, visit us at www.RaceMDIR.com or connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @RaceMDIR.

This Friday night, May 15, MDIR will host the Speed Unlimited Midnight Madness Series!

The Midnight Madness series is a great place to check out street legal drag racing, hang out with your friends, enjoy great food, meet new people, and cruise the pits. You can even enter your own streetcar or street bike into the event for time runs, grudge runs, or trophy racing. The event will feature Pro Street, Super Street, Hollyrock Customs Super Diesel Shootout, Motorcycle, and the Big Rig Outlaws. It’s safe, fun, affordable, and legal.

Gates will open at 6 p.m., racing starts at 6:30 p.m., and eliminations start at 10 p.m. General Admission for adults is $10, and kids 11 & under are free.

Racer entry fee is just $20.

On Saturday, May 16th, MDIR will host the Speed Unlimited ET Series! Also, this Saturday morning it’s the Jr. Dragster Open. The event will feature Top E.T. 2K, Mod E.T., Motorcycle, Jr. Dragster, and a Test & Tune. The Summit Super Series and Rick’s Jewelers Ring For the Queen programs are also in effect. Gates will open at 8:30 a.m., Junior Dragster Open eliminations will begin at noon. Junior Dragster time runs for the after-

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BLEACHERS A View From The

Franklin Three-Straight in Street Stocks

By Doug Watson Contributing Writer

Sports

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Thursday, May 14, 2015

Risky Business

By Ronald N. Guy Jr. Contributing Writer

In 2008/09, a flushing toilet would have been the perfect sound to describe the U.S. economy. “Bailouts” and “toxic assets” were common terms. The unemployment rate was spiking toward 10 percent. The financial sector, after years of reckless lending, was about to collapse. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, hovering around 7,000, had lost nearly half its value in less than two years.

The Great Recession, a dark, menacing entity, had arrived baring fangs and wielding a razor-sharp scythe.

The Grim Reaper likely feared for his financial future. Can you imagine planning for a retirement that lasts an eternity?

As my buddies and I watched our 401(k)’s get halved and our children’s 529 plans dwindle, we debated our “now what?” strategies. Everything we had learned in business school indicated that opportunities existed.

As an Economics professor once told me, when a market correction occurs, “stocks go on sale.” Right. So weren’t equities discounted when the Dow was at 11,000? And 10,000?

And 8,000? Where was the bottom, Doc? Wall Street was a dumpster fire.

Ultimately we lacked the courage necessary for an aggressive stock purchase, instead opting for modest individual investments. It worked, but with the Dow now near a record high, history has proven that stocks weren’t just on sale in 2009, they were trading at clearance prices. In hindsight, it was largely a missed opportunity. Although given the little mouths to feed and futures to secure, we’re all happy to be employed and to have benefited from the economic recovery.

Credit this revisited experience with The Great Recession to the Dallas Cowboys and owner Jerry Jones.

Despite our area’s widespread disdain for that godforsaken blue star, this much can be said for “Jerry’s ‘Boys”: they are consistently entertaining. During Jones’s 26-year tenure, Dallas hasn’t always been good, but they don’t do boring. High profile coaches, extravagant free agents and big trades have been the norm.

Jones even built a massive new stadium, pole dancers and all, to house the circus.

But Jones may have lost his outlaw spirit.

Since gambling on troubled WR

Dez Bryant in the first round of the 2010 NFL Draft, Dallas’s personnel moves have been, by Cowboys’ standards, benign. Jones has had only one head coach – Jason Garrett – since 2010 and he resisted the temptation to draft Johnny Manziel last year. Rational. Measured. Patient. Conservative. Jerry?

Apparently Jones’s gambling spirit was tempered only by Dallas’s recent run of mediocrity. Invigorated by last year’s NFC East championship, Jones is back at the table doublingdown. During free agency, he signed talented DE Greg Hardy who is currently serving a suspension for domestic violence. In the second round of the NFL Draft, the Cowboys selected DE/LB Randy Gregory, a top-10 talent with a well-documented affinity for marijuana. Last week, Jones added to his all-in offseason by inking offensive lineman La’El Collins, a first round talent who went undrafted after being named a “person of interest” regarding the murder of his former girlfriend.

Since Roger Goodell was named NFL Commissioner in 2008, he has made “protecting the shield” and policing the conduct of players, coaches and executives a priority. “Bountygate” cost Saints head coach Sean Payton a one-year suspension. Colts owner Jim Irsay was bounced for six games after a DUI conviction. The ‘Skins received a $36M cap penalty for creative accounting. Players are routinely suspended for conduct detrimental to the league, as Tom “Deflategate” Brady will soon discover.

Goodell’s actions have left most organizations less nervy about taking risks. Jones smartly and cautiously capitalized on the pervasive forbearance. Hardy’s on a one-year “prove it” contract. With Gregory, Jones will leverage the structure and support that turned Bryant into an All-Pro. And Collins, questioned by authorities after the Draft, is not considered a suspect.

Time will tell if Jones’s moves come up aces. If nothing else he took a calculated risk in an environment excessively risk-averse - not a bad plan in sports, business or life. Jones probably bought a ton of stocks in 2009 too, another reason to hate… and respect…the guy. Of course with stocks, he had more margin for error than the average Joe…or Ronnie.

Send comments to RonaldGuyJr@ gmail.com

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Calendar

May, Month Long Kicking off the 2015 Season!

Historic Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood) – Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This year will be an exciting one at Historic Sotterley Plantation as we begin our 2015 tour season, kick-off our popular annual events, present the impressive Speaker Series lineup, and offer the best at our weekly Farmer’s Market!

Guided & Audio Tour Season: May 1st – October 31st Self-Guided Grounds Tours: Available year round Hours: Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tours: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.

Sundays: 11:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Tours: Noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m.

Visitors need only to check in at the Visitor Center, then they can enjoy themselves hiking and touring the site – and remember that Sotterley members get in free! Your furry friends are welcome on our nature trails (on a leash, please)!

For pricing, event information, and special closing dates, please visit: www.sotterley.org.

Visit us soon and often!

Mondays: Closed to the public Registration for Camp The House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) Register for CAMP: Dance Discovery! All students ages 6-12 welcome.

Everyday July 13-17 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Discover a summer dance program packed with a variety of different dance styles! Students will learn world Dance, Hip Hop, Breaking’, Jazz, Choreography, Musical Theatre, Hooping, and much more! Students will also learn costuming, making props, characterization, and create unique art projects!

Dancers will increase their strength, coordination, rhythm, and awareness with this program. Students will need to bring a bag lunch, and wear comfortable clothing. $249/Student For more information call 301-373-6330, Email admin@thehouseofdance.org, or visit www.thehouseofdance.org.

Register for Summer Youth & Adult Classes The House of Dance (24620 Three Notch Rd., Hollywood) Summer is right around the corner, and with our variety of classes for youth and adults, you can have fun all summer! For more information, or to register, please call 301-373-6330, Email admin@thehouseofdance.org, or visit www.thehouseofdance.org.

Dog Obedience Classes Leonardtown Fairgrounds (42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown) Saint Mary’s County Department of Recreation and Parks Dog Obedience Classes Puppy Kindergarten Start: April 15 and Ends: May 20 Days: Wednesdays Time: 7 to 7:45 p.m.

Fee: $45 (6 weeks) Basic Obedience Start: April 13 and Ends: May 25 Days: Mondays Time: 7 to 8 p.m. (no second class offered) Fee: $50 (7 weeks) Advanced Dog Obedience With CGC Training.

Start: April 15 and Ends: May 27 Days: Wednesdays Time: 8 to 9 p.m.

Fee: $50 (7 weeks) FMI: 301-475-4200; ext 1801 http://www.co.saint-marys.md.us/ recreate/index.asp North End Gallery May 2015 Show North End Gallery (41652 Fenwick St, Leonardtown) Artists Diana Manchak, Mickey Kunkle and Ann Preston “The DMA of Color “ Winter is over and we welcome the color that is coming back all about us.

The North End Gallery show for May will give you a fabulous color fix. The three artists featured in this show are know for both the color and the fun in their work and all three have a strong personal interest in using color as a basis to create their work. Come and view this very special show and love the color. The show runs from April 28 until May 31 at the Gallery in Leonardtown.

The Gallery may be reached at 301475-3130 and the web address is www.northendgallery.org.

Thursday, May 14 Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Ship Shape. Now offered twice: 10:00 a.m. and 11 a.m. On boats there are triangle sails, circle shaped windows, and rectangle doors to go below. What other shapes can we find? Free dropin program for children 18-months to three years and their caregivers.

Friday, May 15 St. Mary’s County NARFE Chapter 969 May Luncheon Meeting Olde Breton Inn (21890 Society Hill Rd, Leonardtown) – 11:30 a.m.

The next Luncheon/Meeting of The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE), St. Mary’s Chapter 969, is on Friday, May 15. In addition to a full course lunch prepared

by Bailey’s Catering Service, a very important session will be presented to help you prepare your family with necessary information they will need when you are gone: Information Dossier to Leave Your Family –presented

by Geneva Leon. Reservations are required; if you have not already confirmed reservations, please contact Bev at 301-752-1131 by Wednesday, May 13. The Luncheon/Meeting begins at 11:30 a.m. and is held at Olde Breton Inn in Leonardtown. The cake raffle will also take place at this meeting. Not a member? Contact Geneva Leon for membership details 301884-5112. Check us out on Facebook

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Anne Arundel County Democratic Central Committee Annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner Maritime Institute (692 Maritime Blvd, Linthicum Heights) – 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

For tickets, call 410-798-7817 Keynote Speaker: Senator Barbara Mikulski

Saturday, May 16 Sunrise Yoga at the Wharf Leonardtown Warf (State Hwy 326, Leonardtown) – 7:30 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to join this open community yoga practice, Saturday mornings May 16, June 20, July 18, and August 15 starting at 7:30 a.m. at the Leonardtown Wharf. Bring your mat, a towel and a bottle of water. Organizers are accepting canned food donations for the local food pantries and packaged food donations for the local animal shelters. Greet the day at the Wharf with serenity and a good stretch.

For more information call Evolve Yoga + Wellness at 301-862-1236.

Bugeye Ball Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 7 p.m.

Enjoy an evening of dining, dancing, and gaming at the Calvert Marine Museum’s Annual Bugeye Ball.

Museum is closed. No Wm. B. Tennison cruises scheduled.

United Democratic Women of Maryland Quarterly Meeting & Luncheon Mamma Lucia’s (862 Costley Way, Prince Frederick) – 10:30 a.m. meeting, noon - luncheon Cost: $20. For information, go to calvertdemocrats.us3.list-manage. com or call Ginny Beauchamp at (301) 943-8300.

Yard Sale 7th District VFD Firehouse (21660 Colton Point Rd., Avenue) – 7 to 11 a.m.

The 7th District Vfd Auxiliary will be having an outside Yard Sale Saturday May 16. Tables can be rented for $10, additional tables $7.

To rent a table or for information call 301-769-2016 or 301-769-4042 Rain date will be May 23.

Memorial Mass for Youths Route 5, Great Mills – 10 a.m.

Come celebrate the memory of those St Mary’s County youths whose lives were cut short. A Memorial Mass will be held at the St Mary’s County Youth Memorial on Route 5 in Great Mills, Saturday 16 May starting at 10 a.m. Refreshments and fellowship follow the mass.

Calvert Artists’ Guild May Awards Art Show Southern Maryland Sailing Association (14990 Solomons Island Road, Solomons) – 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily The public is invited to enjoy and purchase the artworks of a dozen of the talented artists of Southern Mary-

land in mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, clay, textile, and jewelry. The Calvert Artists’ Guild was founded in 1978 to promote the appreciation and practice of fine arts and crafts in Calvert County. The guild sponsors art shows, field trips, workshops, and an annual art award to a high-school senior interested in the arts. For additional information, please contact the following persons: Lonnie Harkins 410-326-7199, baronvonsmoogle@netscape.net and Gerry Wood 301-863-9663 gbwood2@verizon.net.

Sunday, May 17 FAW 60th Anniversary Picnic and Family Fun Day Father Andrew White (22850 Washington St., Leonardtown) – Mass at 11 a.m.

FAW 60th Anniversary Picnic and Family Fun Day! Current Students, alumni and families - join us on Sunday, May 17 for FAW’s 60th Anniversary Picnic and Family Fun Day. We’ll start our celebration with Mass at 11 a.m. followed by a picnic at Father Andrew White School including the new playground blessing and dedication. There will be music, food, games and fellowship! Hamburgers, hotdogs and drinks will be provided. Families with the last name starting with A-M, please bring a side dish to share, and N-Z, please bring a dessert to share. The invitation can be downloaded and printed from FAW’s school website: www.fatherandrewwhite.org.

Cost is $5 per person. Please RSVP

by Thursday, May 14. For more information, please contact Lisa Thomas at lisa@thomasfamilyemail.com Chesapeake Community Chorus Concert North Beach Union Church (8912 Chesapeake Ave., North Beach)–5 pm Free will offering for Hospice of Calvert County The Chesapeake Community Chorus is an all-volunteer chorus that performs concerts to benefit charities in Calvert County. We are looking to add new singers to the chorus. No auditions are required. Contact Larry Brown, Director, at 301-855-7477, or email lbrown9601@verizon.net.

21st Annual Strawberry Festival and Bazaar Historic Christ Church Parish Hall (37497 Zach Fowler Rd., Chaptico) – 1:30 to 5 p.m.

Historic Christ Church in Chaptico, Maryland will have its 21st Annual Strawberry Festival at the parish hall.

The menu includes Strawberry Shortcake with “The Works” – Ice Cream, Strawberry pies, Strawberry Desserts and Mike’s Barbecue with all the trimmings. Visit with quality Artists and Crafters. There will be Live Music all day. For more information, please call the parish office at 301884-3451 or Shelby at 301-904-2532 or visit our website at: www.cckqp. net and on Facebook: Christ Episcopal Church, Chaptico, Md. Please join us for a day of old fashioned fun in the country!

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Wine & Design (42356 Rescue Ln., Hollywood) 6:30 pm We had so much fun at the last Wine & Design … we are having another one! The Hollywood Volunteer Rescue Squad is sponsoring a Wine & Design night on Friday, May 22. Fun begins at 6:30 p.m., cost is $45 and includes an instructor, canvas, paints, easel, brushes and aprons. We will paint the Solomons Island Bridge at Sunset. Light refreshments will be served. BYOB

The Sotterley Farmer’s Market Beginning Historic Sotterley Plantation (44300 Sotterley Ln, Hollywood)–8 a.m. to noon For the second year running, we further strengthen our strong ties to the Southern Maryland farm community and continue our over 300 year farming tradition as we open up the Sotterley Farmer’s Market – a producer only farmer’s market Every Saturday running from May 23 through September 26 between 8 a.m. and noon, the public is invited to the Historic Sotterley Plantation grounds to shop local. Purchase the best quality homegrown vegetables, fruit, and plants, as well as unique, hand-crafted items.

After buying wonderful local pro-

Charles County Democratic Central Committee Annual Truman-Kennedy Dinner Waldorf Jaycee Community Center (3090 Crain Hwy, Waldorf) – 6 p.m.

Go to calvertdemocrats.us3.listmanage.com/track for information and tickets or call (301) 919-5749.

Art and Wine Festival All Saints Episcopal Parish Hall (21656 Oakley Rd., Avenue)–11 am to 5 pm We are having our first annual Art and Wine Festival, being held at the All Saints Episcopal Parish Hall on Saturday May 23. Doors open at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Local artist will be displaying their beautiful artwork. Lunch will be available. We will be having a wine tasting and sales by the glass. Music by Harmony Grit.

Come out and enjoy a day of fun.

Friday, May 22

duce, we hope our guests will also stay in order to take advantage of our site’s beauty, nature trails, and history. Visitors need only to check in at the Visitor Center, then they can enjoy themselves hiking and touring the site – and remember that Sotterley members get in free! Leashed dogs are welcome on our nature trails.

Sotterley is still currently accepting applications from quality local vendors interested in featuring only locally grown and produced products - vegetables, fruit, honey, eggs, and more. All who are interested in being part of the Sotterley Farmer’s Market please contact Joe Goldsmith at 301-643-5617.

Downtown Tunes Leonardtown Square – 6 p.m.

The Downtown Tunes music series is proud to present the Leonardtown Square debut of The Latrice Carr Band on Saturday, May 23 starting at 6 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on, grab some take out from one of the local restaurants, and enjoy dinner with the music. The Downtown Tunes series is sponsored by the Leonardtown Business Association and Guy Distributing. For more info 301-475-9791.

Howard County Democratic Central Committee Annual Jefferson-Jackson Dinner The Ten Oaks Ballroom (5000 Signal Bell Ln., Clarksville) – Program and Dinner 7:15 to 9 p.m.

Clarksville. Speaker: The Honor-

Central Committee Regular Meeting Calvert County Democratic Party (Democratic HQ) (250 Merrimac Ct, Prince Frederick, MD 206780) 6:30 pm

Heart Concert Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) 6 p.m. Gates Open The Waterside Music Series presents Heart live in concert. Tickets are $44 and $54 (additional fees apply). Buy tickets now at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, call 1-800-787-9454, or stop by Prince Frederick Ford/Jeep/Dodge. The museum closes at 3 p.m.

Sea Squirts Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) – 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Ship Shape. On boats there are triangle sails, circle shaped windows, and rectangle doors to go below. What other shapes can we find?

Free drop-in program for children 18-months to three years and their caregivers.

Saturday, May 23

Wednesday, May 20

Thursday, May 21

Maryland Democratic Party Gala Martin’s Crosswinds (7400 Greenway Center Dr, Greenbelt) – VIP Reception 6 p.m., General Reception 6:15 p.m.

Dinner at 7 p.m.

For more information please contact Jamiere Folmar at rsvp@mddems.org or 443-569-4181

To sign up go to: www.wineanddesign.com/location/leonardtownmd/home, go to the calendar, find the date and follow the instructions. Payment must be received in advance.

Pass this on to your friends and family.

Don’t worry if you can’t paint, it’s a fun night out! Any questions, please call Barbara Wible at 240-298-7443.

Tuesday, May 1

Women’s Democratic Club Adam’s Ribs (2200 Solomons Island Rd S, Prince Frederick) - noon Monthly Meeting-Noon at Adam’s, The Place for Ribs, just south of Prince Frederick on route 2-4. Program to be announced.

International Museum Day Calvert Marine Museum (14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Celebrating museums all over the world - The Calvert Marine Museum is open and free to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

able Thomas Perez, U.S. Secretary of Labor. For information and tickets, go to calvertdemocrats.us3.list-manage1.com

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CHURCH SERVICES DIRECTORY Now Running In Every Issue!

To Advertise in the Church Services Directory, Call The County Times at 301-373-4125

BAHA’I FAITH

BAHA’I FAITH God is One, Man is One, and All Religions are One

Discussions 3rd Wed. 7-8 Lex Pk Library, Longfellow Rm 301-884-8764 or www.bahai.org

CATHOLIC CHURCH St. Cecilia Church

47950 Mattapany Rd, PO Box 429 St. Mary’s City, MD 20686 301-862-4600 Vigil Mass: 4:30 pm Saturday Sunday: 8:00 am Weekday (M-F): 7:30 am Confessions: 3-4 pm Saturday www.stceciliaparish.com

BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH

NON-DENOMINATIONAL

Victory Baptist Church 29855 Eldorado Farm rd CharlottE hall, md 20659

301-884-8503

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ProClaiming thE ChangElEss word in a Changing world.

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St. John's Anglican Church

Hollywood United Methodist Church

HUGHESVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

24422 Mervell Dean Rd • Hollywood, MD 20636

SUNDAY MASS 10 a.m.

26415 North Sandgates Rd. Mechanicsville, Md 20659 www.facebook.com/ StJohnsAnglicanMD stjohnsanglicanchurchmd.com

301-373-2500

Rev. Sheldon Reese, Pastor Sunday Worship 8:30 and 11:00 a.m.

Sunday School for all ages 9:45 a.m.

All of our services are traditional.

Child care is provided.

Sunday Evening Youth Group Christian Preschool and Kindergarten available

A member of the Southern Baptist Convention 8505 Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637 301-884-8645 or 301-274-3627 Senior Pastor Dr. J. Derek Yelton Associate Pastor Kevin Cullins

• Sunday School (all ages) • Sunday Morning Worship • Sunday Evening Worship & Bible Study • Wednesday Discipleship Classes (Adults, youth & Children)

9:15 am 10:30 am 6:00 pm 7:00 pm

Greetings from the Bible Temple Church family in Mechanicsville Maryland.

Here at Bible Temple, we believe that in this life it is important to have strong and healthy relationships 1. A relationship with Christ 2. A personal relationship with family and friends Through these relationships, we develop the characteristics of love, understanding and forgiveness; the true heart of Christ. “ Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace” (Ephesians 4:3).

We invite you to experience the change… the transformation with us. Just bring your heart and God will supply the rest.

Come grow with us in a place, “Where the Word Reaches the Heart!”

Everyone is Welcome!

Leadership: Pastor Joseph and First Lady Marilyn Young Sunday School for all ages: 9:00AM Sunday Morning Worship: 9:45AM Bible Study: Wednesdays at 7:30PM Address: 29050 New Market Village Road, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Website: www.bibletemplechurch.org Phone number: 301-374-9110

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Sunset Supper History Cruises on the Patuxent Climb aboard the historic Wm. B. Tennison for a leisurely cruise through history with celebrated local historian and author, Dr. Ralph Eshelman. Only two of these special history cruises are scheduled: Saturdays, June 6 and Sept. 12 from 6 p.m.

– 8 p.m. The boat leaves from the Calvert Marine Museum dock. Tickets are $60 per person in advance and can be purchased by emailing mccormmj@co.cal.md.us or by calling 410-326-2042, ext. 41. Space is limited, so don’t delay in securing your passage for this unique experience.

Learn fascinating facts about Solomons, the WWII Amphibious Training Base, and Solomons’ rich tradition of boat building.

See old steamboat wharfs and hear about the important role they played in town life.

View historic homes, landmarks, and other points of interest. Discover where heroic battles were fought, submarines sunk, lighthouses lit, and Ghost Fleets docked. Watch the sunset over the horizon and enjoy a tasty supper provided by Lotus Kitchen. Guests are welcome to bring a libation of choice.

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In Entertainment

Thursday, May 14 Ladies Night, Trivia and Karaoke Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 7 p.m.

Jazz Jam Eaglewolf Sports Lounge (105 Crain Hwy, Upper Marlboro) – 7 to 10 p.m.

Team Trivia Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 to 9 p.m.

Submitted photo of Wm. B. Tennison

Walk On The Wild Side At The 2015 Chesapeake Bay Waterfowl Arts Show Celebrates the Region’s Rich Culture While Supporting a Great Cause

For the ninth straight year, world class wildlife art, antique duck decoys, delicious wild game, local wines, and retriever dogs come together in southern Maryland for a fun-filled weekend, with something for everyone. Visitors will be able to see, taste, experience and purchase a wide array of Chesapeake Bay culture.

The event kicks off Friday, May 15 with a Cattails and Cocktails reception and auction in recognition of the show’s 2015 Featured Carver, renown Maryland decoy carver, President of the Southern Maryland Carousel and carousel animal maker, Burkey Boggs. At the reception, guests will enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres while mingling and shopping from the artists, bidding on silent auction items and previewing the decoys and related items to be auctioned off the next morning.

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Saturday, May 16, the day starts with an early bird decoy, original and framed wildlife art and related items at 8 a.m.; and the Show begins at 10 a.m.

While the event promotes and celebrates the traditional arts and heritage of the region, attendees and exhibitors can feel good in that it also serves as a major fundraiser for the Community Foundation of Southern Maryland. The foundation provides vital grants to a wide array of community organizations, addressing education, health and wellness, youth initiatives, the environment and arts and culture.

We have a long list of growing sponsors, but we want to thank our major sponsors including: Community Bank of the Chesapeake, Outback Steakhouse, PNC Bank. For tickets and information, please contact cbwaterfowlartsshow@ gmail.com or visit www.cfsomd.org.

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Dylan Galvin Tequila Grill (30320 Triangle Dr, Charlotte Hall) – 7 to 10 p.m.

Mercy Creek Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7:30 p.m.

Friday, May 15 DJ Dave Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 8 p.m.

The Craze Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 6 p.m.

Saturday, May 16 Karaoke Leonardtown Grille (25470-C Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown) – 7 to 10 p.m.

DJ and Karaoke

Jim Ritter and the Creole Gumbo Jazz Band Westlawn Inn (9200 Chesapeake Ave, North Beach) – 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 17 All Day Sunday Sport Specials Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 11 a.m.

Joe Martone Ruddy Duck (16810 Piney Point Road, Piney Point) – 11 a.m.

Paint Uncorked Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 5 p.m.

Monday, May 18 Pizza & Pint Night Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 4 to 7 p.m.

Team Trivia Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 7 p.m.

Tuesday, May 19 Taco Tuesday Ruddy Duck (13200 Dowell Rd, Dowell) – 4 to 7 p.m.

AYCE Steamed Shrimp Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 5 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, May 20

Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 8:30 p.m.

A Weekly Wine Down Wed./ $1 Beers

Karaoke

Anthony’s Bar and Grill (10371 Southern Maryland Blvd, Dunkirk) – 9 a.m.

Applebee’s (45480 Miramar Way, California) – 9 p.m.

The County Times is always looking for more local talent to feature! To submit art or band information for our entertainment section, e-mail info@somdpublishing.net.

Please submit calendar listings by 12 p.m. on the Tuesday prior to our Thursday publication.

Games

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CLUES ACROSS

1. Cleopatra’s viper 4. Cuneiform writing 10. Dekaliter 11. Groaned 12. For instance 14. Wave in spanish 15. Arabian gulf 16. Written in red 18. Denouncements 22. Eat one’s heart out 23. Survive longer than 24. Take priority over 26. Foreign service 27. Russian king (alt. sp.)

28. Stinkheads 30. Old name for Tokyo 31. Box (abbr.)

34. Red rock in Australia 36. Not old 37. Enlarge hole 39. Difficulty walking 40. The high point of something 41. 101 42. Hunting expeditions 48. Unusual appearing

ghostly figure 50. Without civilizing influences 51. Heartbeat 52. Morning juice 53. Wicket 54. Head louse egg 55. 40th state 56. Pleasing to the eye (Scot.)

58. Nickname for an anorexic 59. Engaged in a game 60. Household god (Roman)

CLUES DOWN

1. Admirer 2. Mouth secretion 3. Afterbirth 4. Initials of “Bullitt” star 5. Family crest 6. Forearm bone 7. Unable to move 8. Loss due to a rule infraction 9. Touchdown 12. Accordingly

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13. Spiritual teacher 17. A bridal mouthpiece 19. Dress up garishly 20. Cleverly avoid 21. S.E. Asia goat antelope 25. Fla. state dessert 29. Popular legume 31. Two-die gambling game 32. Easily annoyed (alt. sp.)

33. Khoikhoin peoples 35. Cyclic 38. Flavor of Newport cigarettes 41. Jamestown was the 1st English 43. Fine meal made from cereal grain 44. Incarnation 45. Norse goddess of the sea 46. Ignores or snubs (slang) 47. Tiny glass bubble 49. Chinese mahogany genus 56. Deepwater Horizon Co. 57. -__, denotes past

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From my Backyard to our Bay A St. Mary’s County Resident’s Guide to Improving Our Environment and Drinking Water

From My Backyard to Our Bay was first developed by the Baltimore County Soil Conservation District. From there, the booklet was given to each of the Soil Conservations Districts in the Chesapeake Bay watershed area for customization. If the 77 million residents who live in the watershed area of the Chesapeake Bay read this booklet, and took to heart its suggestions and best practices, the Chesapeake Bay would see a dramatic increase in health. Obtain a FREE copy of the booklet by going to the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association, smrwa.org and downloading it. The booklet is available from your local library; Chicken Scratch in Park Hall; The Greenery in Hollywood; Good Earth Natural Food and the St. Mary’s Soil Conservation District in Leonardtown.

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The Chesapeake Bay is threatened What’s threatening the Bay?

Nitrogen. Phosphorus. Sediment.

These are the major factors responsible for the decline of water quality in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries.

that falls on St. Mary’s County will make its way to the Bay or one of its tributaries. Along the way it will pick up and carry with it the things that we put on the ground.

Nitrogen and phosphorus are nutrients.

They serve as essential food for living things, but too much can be lethal to the Bay. Too many nutrients spawn the growth of algae that can be toxic to marine life, pets, and humans. When those algae die, they remove life-giving oxygen from the water and create “dead zones” where fish, oysters, clams, and crabs can’t live because they can’t breathe.

Sediment is soil that washes into the Bay when it rains. It clouds the water and prevents underwater grasses from growing. These grasses produce oxygen and provide a place for young fish and crabs to develop and thrive.

So who’s responsible?

Every one of us. Every drop of water

From http://pubs.usgs.gov/fs/2006/3046/

What can I do?

From My Backyard to Our Bay offers tips for living in harmony with the Bay. It explains how you can contribute to the health of your local watershed,

This is the first in a series of articles that Mary Ann Scott (maryann.scott58@yahoo.com) has adapted from From My Backyard to Our Bay in the hopes of increasing awareness of the little booklet that could do so much to help the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Look for the next article in next week’s County Times!

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Wanderings

of an Aimless Mind With Dreams of Strawberries All Through My Head

omeone asked me a few days ago if I was dreaming of strawberries yet.

When I am lucky enough to get any sleep, then yes, I am dreaming, breathing, and living strawberries. If you know me, then you know I am on my 13th year of being in charge of our annual Strawberry Festival at our church, Christ Church, Chaptico.

I am eagerly in anticipation of turning 80. Why in the world would I look forward to turning 80, you might ask. Well, the running of the Strawberry Festival was handed over to me, without my fully being aware of it, by our then 80 year old church matriarch, LaRue. All I remember was that LaRue asked me and fellow church member and friend Rose to come to a planning meeting. I being an eager, clueless, relatively new newcomer with still untapped boundless energy at that point, agreed. I was 40 at the time, but apparently a naïve 40 against a skillful negotiator like LaRue. She must have sensed this, because before I knew what happened, the planning meeting was over and LaRue was holding both of my hands in hers and saying, “Thank you for taking this over from me”. You know how they talk about a person’s mouth dropping over in astonishment? I don’t know what happened to Rose within those few minutes, or if she had some inkling of what was to come and wisely stepped away.

Our former Reverend (a few Reverends back), Reverend Sam Walker, wrote me two years ago about the origin of the Strawberry Festival and gives his folksy account of the afternoon: “La Rue and I are sitting on the rectory porch talking about strawberries, because we had just had a very big luncheon for area clergy, and she and some other ladies, made delicious, fresh strawberry shortcake. So we’re having a glass of iced tea, and I said, ‘La Rue, what would

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happen if we did a big festival here or event around strawberries because all the ladies make great ice cream, they make great cakes and pies and whatnot.’ She said, ‘Oh, I think that would be wonderful!’ Now you can just hear her. So the next thing we knew, that Spring there are a bunch of us out there picking strawberries, and that’s how it started. I got ahold of some musical talent and they came and played, we got ahold of the fellow that did the barbecue, and I believe the next year we added the crafts and other things. It just sort of grew from there. Over the years we raised right much money for Hospice and other things, but Hospice was the [original] charity of choice. It’s nice, we did a lot of good. It’s so nice to read and see that it continues with good energy.”

I don’t know about having near as much energy as I did the first 10 years, but I have so many wonderful volunteers, and so much local support: especially the years when the strawberries aren’t ready. Our main local source helps us find other avenues of local growers with greenhouses or covered fields when there is a problem. Betty Russell of Russell Farms, Carrie of Southern Comfort Berry Farm, and our church’s own Mike Oliver have been so helpful in getting us the right amount of strawberries for this Sunday. I am always a nervous wreck this last week before the festival, but when you have so many willing hands and helpers, then everything goes so much easier.

One thing I thought I would never do is have to actually pick the strawberries ourselves again like they did the first year or so. But this year will be the exception. A group of us will be picking on Saturday morning. I may or may not be physically picking though I will make sure everyone is hydrated and sunscreened. There have been a few changes since Reverend Sam Walker’s and LaRue’s original plan. Somewhere along the line we made three local charities beneficiaries of the proceeds: Hospice, St. Mary’s Caring, and Healthshare. It’s not a huge festival, but I am proud of our work for St. Mary’s County. Small offerings can make large differences. Well, I guess I better get back to strawberry planning and the wait for a Mike’s Barbecue sliced pork barbecue. I can’t wait. Hope to see you there on Sunday – come up and say hi to the crazy strawberry queen in the tiara.

By Shelby Opperman Contributing Writer

To each new day’s adventure, Shelby Please send your ideas or comments to: shelbys.wanderings@yahoo.com or find me on facebook: Shelby Oppermann

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Home Make The Most of Small Living Spaces Tiny houses are a recent phenomenon and have spurred many businesses — from builders to decorating experts — looking to connect with consumers who want to go small. The small house movement advocates for living simply in small homes, some of which can be as small as 100 square feet or less.

Although living in a tiny house is not for everyone, many people prefer small-space living to living in larger, more spacious homes and apartments.

For those looking to make the most of their small living spaces, there are ways to make such living arrangements feel larger.

• Light is your friend. Establish adequate lighting in a room that includes at least three working lights. Varied light sources from different angles will eliminate dark corners and shadows that can make a space feel smaller.

Lighting also can draw the eye where you want it and distract attention from the room’s flaws.

• Make use of vertical space. Homes where space is at a premium may have limited storage areas. An often-overlooked storage option is vertical space.

Space above doors, shelving, and areas above cabinetry are ideal places to store items. Use hooks on walls to keep belongings off the floor.

• Choose light-colored paint. Choose lighter hues for your home furnishings and wall colors. You do not have to limit this to white (unless landlords require white walls). Pale colors will help reflect light and can make the room seem larger than it really is. Using a dark color on the flooring can make other lighter shades really pop in contrast.

• Conceal the clutter. If you cannot keep personal belongings to the utmost

minimum in a home, experiment with clever ways to keep items out of sight.

Furniture that serves dual purposes can help with this task. Storage ottomans will conceal small toys or linens and also provide seating options in a room when guests come over. A dresser can be used as a dining room buffet piece, and the numerous drawers can hold knickknacks or silverware. Furniture with built-in, hidden storage is well worth the investment when living spaces are limited.

• Create dual-purpose rooms. Lack of space means getting creative with the space you do have. A nook in your bedroom can be devoted to a miniature home office. Perhaps you can establish a crafting center in a portion of your laundry room. Garages have long served as catch-all spaces in homes.

Apart from storage, they can be subdivided for home gyms or even a place to gather and watch a ballgame.

• Hang mirrors to “expand” rooms.

Mirrors can trick the eye into believing there is more space in a room. Mirrors melt away room borders and can accelerate the flow of light. Hanging them throughout your home can make spaces seem larger.

• Think about built-in furniture. Traditional furniture may not be practical for small spaces and can waste a lot of room. Custom-built furniture is often the way to go to maximize the area you do have. Employ a little do-it-yourself initiative as well, customizing items for the perfect fit.

• Work with a designer. If you’re having difficulty making a small space work for you, consult with an interior designer or a contractor for some ideas.

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